Seventy projects across Europe are set to receive over €600 million in EU grants aimed at electrifying and decarbonizing various transport sectors, including road, maritime, inland waterways, and air travel along the trans-European transport network (TEN-T). These initiatives will establish alternative fuel infrastructures, such as electric recharging stations and hydrogen refueling sites, in 24 EU nations. The plan includes the installation of over 1,000 electric charging points for light-duty vehicles and 2,000 for heavy-duty vehicles, alongside 586 high-capacity recharging points.
Additionally, 16 European airports will enhance their ground handling services to reduce aviation emissions. The hydrogen economy will be supported through 38 new hydrogen refueling stations for cars, trucks, and buses. Maritime ports will also see advancements with greener technologies, including Onshore Power Supply (OPS) and ammonia bunkering facilities, improving sustainability in maritime operations.
Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas emphasized that this funding aims to facilitate the transition to zero-emission mobility, enhancing competitiveness across the continent. Paloma Aba Garrote from the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency noted that these investments reflect the EU’s commitment to making zero-emission mobility a reality, with over €2.5 billion allocated to alternative fuels projects since 2021.
Following the approval of these projects by EU Member States, the European Commission will finalize grant agreements. Due to funding limitations, the third cut-off for proposals will be canceled, prompting a reassessment of available resources for future initiatives. These projects were selected under the AFIF call, which aims to enhance publicly accessible electric charging and hydrogen refueling stations across major transport corridors.
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